Access Guide
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Building
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- Services / Facilities within the building include; Teaching Rooms, Studio's, Gallery, Meeting Rooms, Computer Rooms.
- Lift access to the first floor is available via the lift with the Clothworkers' Link Building.
- Clothworkers' North link (new tab) - click here.
- Clothworkers' Building Link link (new tab) - click here.
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Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities
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- Accessible toilet facilities are located near the main entrance on the ground floor.
- Female standard toilet facilities are located near the main entrance on the ground floor.
- Male standard toilet facilities are located near the main entrance on the ground floor.
- There is an accessible toilet / changing place on the first floor within the link building as well as male and female standard toilets.
Getting Here
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By Road
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- The building is located in the centre of the Campus. The campus is located to the north of the city centre and the A58(M), just off Woodhouse Lane.
- Car Parking is located around the campus including the multi storey car park. Blue Badge bays are located in car parking area around campus. Disabled visitors can use these spaces by showing their blue badge on arrival to a Security Officer at the entrance gate.
- For more information on Information on getting to the Campus please click here (opens new tab).
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By Bus
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- There is not a bus stop within 150 metres of the building.
- There are no bus stops within 150m of the building. The main University bus stops along Woodhouse Lane including stops Leeds University stops A to G. These stops are served by numerous routes including 1 LeedsCity, 1B LeedsCity, 6 LeedsCity, 8 LeedsCity, 27 LeedsCity, 28 LeedsCity, N1 LeedsCity, X60 and X80.
- For more information on West Yorkshire Metro Bus Services please click here (opens new tab).
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By Train
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- The nearest Railway Station is Leeds Railway Station.
- Leeds Station is located in the city centre, approximately 1 mile from the campus.
- For more information on Leeds Railway Station please click here (opens new tab).
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Useful Information
- To see more information on Student Services Centre please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 0113 343 8877.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on Disabled Students Assessment and Support please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 0113 343 3927.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on Mental Health Team please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 0113 343 7458.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on Accommodation Office please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 0113 343 7777.
- Email: [email protected].
- There are four spending facilities on campus (dog toilets) for assistance dogs to use.
These are located next to the following buildings; Chemistry West Block, Leeds University Union, Clarendon Place and 5-9 Willow Terrace Road.
Building Parking
- The building does not have its own dedicated parking.
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Site/Campus Car Parks
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- There is a site/campus car park for staff and visitors within approximately 200m.
- The name of the car park is University Road Parking in front of Clothworkers'.
- The car park is located in front of Clothworkers' Central.
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Drop Off Point
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- There is not a designated drop off point.
Site/Campus Car Park (University Road Parking Outside Clothworkers')
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Car Park
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- The car park is located along University Road in front of Clothworkers' Central.
- The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Clothworkers' South, Clothworkers' Link and Clothworkers' Central.
- The car park type is open air/surface.
- The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
- The car park surface is block paving.
- Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
- The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are signposted but have no markings.
- There is/are 6 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
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Charges and Restrictions
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- This car park can be used by Blue Badge holders and permit holders.
- There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
- Signs are not provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
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Drop Off Point
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- There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
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Car Park Access
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- There is step free access from this car park.
- Buildings are clearly signposted from this car park.
- There is not a campus map available within the car park.
- The nearest designated bay is 25m (27yd 1ft) from the Clothworkers' Central.
- There are electric car charging points available in this area.
Approach (Clothworker's Court)
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Approach
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- The surface of the approach is block paving.
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Step(s)
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- There is a slight ramp on approach to the Clothworker's Court to the South (photographs 1 and 2) and a steep ramp to access the Court from the North (photograph 3).
Outside Access (Clothworker's Court)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building off Clothworker's Court.
- This entrance gives access to the J.B Spekeman Lecture Theatre.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with 'Clothworker's Building Central'.
- There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
- There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
- The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- There is not a bell/buzzer.
- There is not an intercom.
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The width of the door opening is 130cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
- There is a second set of doors.
- There are no doors at this entrance.
- The width of the door opening is 150cm.
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Ramp/Slope
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- The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
- The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
Getting Around (Clothworkers' Court)
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Access
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- There is step-free access throughout the building .
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Circulation
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- There are no doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
- The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is tiles.
- There is flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
- There are no seats/chairs at regular intervals.
- The lighting levels are good.
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Signage
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- Wayfinding signage is not provided.
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Safe Place(s)
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- There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
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Audio
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- This venue does not play background music in communal areas.
Other Floors (Clothworker's Court G and 1)
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Stairs
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- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are located in front of you on entering via the Clothworker's Court Entrance.
- The stairs are approximately 8m from the Clothworker's Court Entrance.
- The floors which are accessible by stairs are G and 1.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 18cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- The steps are not clearly marked.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The steps have a handrail on both sides.
- Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are easy to grip.
- Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- There is a landing.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
- The lighting levels at the steps are good.
Other Floors (Clothworker's Court 1 and 2)
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Stairs
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- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are located at the top of the Clothworker's Court main stairwell.
- The stairs are approximately 2m from the Clothworker's Court Staircase floors G and 1.
- Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
- The floors which are accessible by stairs are 1 and 2.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The height of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 20cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- The steps are not clearly marked.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
- There is not a landing.
- The lighting levels at the steps are low to moderate.
Standard Toilet(s) (Clothworker's Court)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Toilet Facilities
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- The shared toilet is located after the first to steps of the staircase from floors 1 and 2.
- There is stepped access into the toilet(s).
- The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
- There is written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
- The height of the wash basin(s) is 80cm.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
- Lighting levels are good.
Ramp(s) or Slope(s) (Long Corridor)
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Ramped/Sloped Level Change 1
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- There is a ramp/slope located in the first floor link between the main area of the building and the Clothworker's Court area.
- The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
- There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
- The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are good.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
- This entrance gives access to the ground floor of the building.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with 'Accessible Entrance'.
- There is step-free access at this entrance.
- There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
- There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
- The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- There is not a bell/buzzer.
- There is not an intercom.
- The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
- The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
- The width of the door opening is 145cm.
- There is a second set of doors.
- The door(s) open(s) automatically.
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The width of the door opening is 135cm.
- There is a second set of automatic doors at the entrance with a width of 135cm.
- There is a slope with a very easy incline.
Outside Access (Main Clothworkers' Link Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
- This entrance gives access to the ground floor.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with 'Clothworker's Building Central Accessible Entrance'.
- There is step-free access at this entrance.
- There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
- The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- There is not a bell/buzzer.
- There is not an intercom.
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
- There is a push pad/button to exit the main automatic doors.
- The exit push pad or push button is 90cm from floor level.
- The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 86cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
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Comments
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- The entrance provides access to the Clothworkers' Link Lift which provides step free access to the first floor of Clothworkers' Central.
Entrance (Link Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located off the Link on the ground floor.
- This entrance gives access to the ground floor of the building.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with 'G60, Art & Design Studio 2'.
- There is step-free access at this entrance.
- The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- There is not a bell/buzzer.
- There is not an intercom.
- The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 90cm.
Entrance (First Floor Clothworkers' Central)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located to the left of Clothworkers' Central on the first floor.
- This entrance gives access to the first floor of the link.
- The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
- There is step-free access at this entrance, via lift.
- The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- There is not a bell/buzzer.
- There is not an intercom.
- The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 76cm.
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located immediately beyond the entrance.
- There is/are 4 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 17cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up.
- Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are not easy to grip.
- Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.
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Lift
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- The entrance door as well as the level change can be bypassed by using the Clothworkers' Link Platform Lift.
Lift (Clothworkers' Link)
- The lift is for staff use only.
- The lift is located to your right on entrance.
- The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the Link Main Entrance.
- The lift is a platform lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1 Link, 1 Clothworkers' Central.
- The weight limit for the lift is 400kg.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
- There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
- Lift doors do not contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
- The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
- The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is high.
- The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
- The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 90cm x 150cm (2ft 11in x 4ft 11in).
- There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
- There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
- The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does not have an audible announcer.
- The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- There is not a hearing loop system.
- The lift does have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The lighting levels in the lift are good.
- This lift provides level access to the first floor of Clothworkers' Central.
Getting Around
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Access
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- There is step-free access throughout the majority of the building, via lift.
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Circulation
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- There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
- The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is wood and laminate.
- There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
- There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests at regular intervals.
- The lighting levels are good.
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Signage
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- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
- Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
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Audio
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- This venue does not play background music in communal areas.
Step(s)
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Stepped Level Change 1
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- There is a/are step(s) located to your right on entrance.
- The step(s) is/are used to access the lower area of the ground floor.
- There is/are 2 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 20cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.
- There is a platform lift to overcome the step(s).
- Platform Lift 213 overcomes these steps.
Reception
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Reception
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- The reception point is located to your right on entering the building via the main entrance.
- The reception point is approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
- The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
- There is step-free access to the reception point.
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
- There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
- The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
- The height of the reception counter is 96cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- There is a lowered section of the counter.
- The height of the lowered section at the counter is 74cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
- There is not a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
- The counter is staffed.
- There is not a bell to attract attention.
- There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
- There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
- The type of flooring in the reception area is vinyl.
Lift (213)
- The lift is located to your right on entrance.
- Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- The platform lift accesses a small level change.
- The weight limit for the lift is 300kg.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
- There is not a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
- Lift doors do not contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
- The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
- The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is high.
- The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
- The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 80cm x 140cm (2ft 7in x 4ft 7in).
- There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
- There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
- The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does not have an audible announcer.
- The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- There is not a hearing loop system.
- The lift does not have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The lighting levels in the lift are good.
Other Floors (Main Staircase)
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Stairs
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- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are located to your right on entering the building via the main entrance.
- The stairs are approximately 14m from the main entrance.
- Signs indicating the location of the stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
- There are manual, heavy, double doors to enter and exit the stairwell on the ground floor.
- The floors which are accessible by stairs are G and 1.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The steps have a handrail on the right going up.
- Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are easy to grip.
- Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- There is a landing.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on landings.
- The lighting levels at the steps are good.
Other Floors (Rear Staircase)
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Stairs
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- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are located to the rear right of the building to the rear of studio 2 G.76.
- The stairs are approximately 30m from the level change lift.
- Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
- There are manual, heavy, single doors to enter and exit the stairwell on the first floor and on the ground floor.
- The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1, 2 and 3.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 17cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The steps have a handrail on the right going up.
- Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are easy to grip.
- There is a landing.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on landings.
- The lighting levels at the steps are good.
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Other Information
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- The service(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are staff rooms and meeting rooms.
Lift (Clothworkers' Link)
- The lift is for staff use only.
- The lift is located to your right on entrance.
- The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the Link Main Entrance.
- The lift is a platform lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1 Link, 1 Clothworkers' Central.
- The weight limit for the lift is 400kg.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
- There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
- Lift doors do not contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
- The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
- The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is high.
- The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
- The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 90cm x 150cm (2ft 11in x 4ft 11in).
- There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
- There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
- The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does not have an audible announcer.
- The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- There is not a hearing loop system.
- The lift does have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The lighting levels in the lift are good.
- This lift provides level access to the first floor of Clothworkers' Central.
Toilet with Adaptations
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located to your left on entrance.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is heavy.
- The door is locked by a twist lock.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is medium.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 155cm x 222cm (5ft 1in x 7ft 3in).
- The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The lighting levels are good.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
- The lateral transfer space is 72cm (2ft 4in).
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- There is a spatula type lever flush.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
- There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
- There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
- There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
- The toilet has a cistern.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- The toilet seat colour contrast is high.
- There is a toilet roll holder.
- The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 110cm (3ft 7in).
- The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is low.
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- The height of the wash basin is 72cm (2ft 4in).
- There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
- The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
- There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 98cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer requires hands to be inserted into the top.
- The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 80cm (2ft 7in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
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Comments
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- There is a accessible toilet / changing place on the first floor of the Clothworkers' Link building.
Standard Toilet(s)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Toilet Facilities
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- The female and male toilets are located to your left on entering the building via the main entrance.
- There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
- The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 10m from the main entrance.
- The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
- The height of the wash basin(s) is 82cm.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
- Lighting levels are good.
- The toilet can be seen in photographs 1 and 2.
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Baby Changing Facilities
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- The toilets can be seen in photograph 1 and 2.
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Comments
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- There are toilets in the nearby Clothworkers' Link area on the first floor.